Dark, smoky and loaded with baked berry aromas indicative of a warm vintage. The flavors are sturdy yet superficial, with toast, vanilla and coconut shadings. Shows good chocolate and some depth, but not much length on the finish. Drink now.——M.S.(6/1/2007)—— 87

Understatedly stunning, with wintergreen and licorice gumdrop notes poking through a fruit-infested bouquet. The palate is genuine and pure, with cassis and plum, spice, and loads of leather. The finish is firm, with a warm earthiness that leaves you believing that this wine is right on form. ——M.S.(3/1/2004)—— 93